How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Cincinnati start from $36. The average price for this route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Cincinnati is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 240 miles (387 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Cincinnati route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Cincinnati at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Cincinnati?

A bus trip from Chicago to Cincinnati generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Cincinnati?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Cincinnati from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Cincinnati on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Fastest
	Bus	1:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Cincinnati on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 5m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Cincinnati on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 5m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	10h 45m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Cincinnati on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 5m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Cincinnati on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 5m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Cincinnati on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 5m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Cincinnati on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 5m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:40 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

8h 15mAverage Duration

240 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $161	Average Duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$65 - $76	Average Duration8h 32m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Cincinnati?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Chicago Cincinnati recent customer reviews

There was a weird man at Toledo station that kept trying to get me to go outside alone saying the bus is here when it was not. He made me extremely uncomfortable. He was an employee

Punam D.

November 15, 2021

Good job 👏

Avazhon I.

November 30, 2022

Nice trip

Ugochukwu O.

January 16, 2020

FlixBus

3.5/511,486 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Cincinnati by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Cincinnati start from $36. The average price for this route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Cincinnati?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Cincinnati is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 240 miles (387 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Cincinnati route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Cincinnati at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from Chicago to Cincinnati generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Cincinnati?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/29

$222

11/30

$208

Today

$101

12/02

$46

12/03

$37

12/04

$36

12/05

$37

12/06

$36

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Cincinnati was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $36

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Cincinnati, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $36 to $222 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.